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Design and Installation of a Cell Grazing System

ROTHAMSTED RESEARCH LIMITED

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Award

21 Aug 2018 at 07:26

Award Notice
Tender

19 Jun 2018 at 13:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Rothamsted Research Limited is seeking contractors for the "Design and Installation of a Cell Grazing System" at their North Wyke site in Okehampton, Devon. This project is part of the Agri-tech Cornwall initiative aimed at enhancing research and innovation in the agri-tech sector. The tender process is currently in the award stage, with a contract value estimated at £9,940.79. Key dates include a submission deadline for quotations on 4th July 2018 and a contract period commencing from 9th July to 31st July 2018. This procurement is classified under the agricultural industry category.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in agricultural services, particularly those with experience in fencing and grazing systems. Contractors with capabilities in design and installation of innovative agricultural solutions, including electrical fencing and water systems, would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this project could catalyse growth for businesses looking to expand their portfolio within the agri-tech sector, especially those aligned with sustainable farming practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design and Installation of a Cell Grazing System

Notice Description

As part of a collaborative research project Rothamsted Research at it's North Wyke site in Devon requires the design and installation of an innovate Cell Grazing system. This system is to be designed and installed in accordance with the technical specification required within the project. Agri-tech Cornwall is a 3 year PS10m initiative to increase Research Development and Innovation in the Agri-tech sector across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund, the project is led by the Duchy College Rural Business School in partnership with leading research institutions - the Universities of Exeter and Plymouth and Rothamsted Research, as well as the Cornwall Development Company. For more information about the project please visit the website www.agritechcornwall.co.uk Rothamsted Research with our unique research operation at North Wyke aims to develop solutions for resilient grassland farming and associated food chains. As part of one of our collaborative research programmes we are researching the effects of cell grazing versus traditional mob grazing in order to understand the wider impacts on animal health, welfare, product quality, environmental impact and cost benefit analysis. As part of this project we are inviting your organisation to respond in providing a quotation for the following specification: WP1 - Design and Installation of cell grazing system Calculation and planning of system to accommodate 24 weaned dairy calves Staking out of system post positions using RTK GPS (or similar), Driving of all posts, Wiring up connection of energiser, earthing system and switches. Connection of water system. Testing and commissioning WP2 - Materials Materials to construct: 3x 1ha TechnoGrazing Systems (or similar). 3x 1.75ha Paddocks. Fences to be 2 wire electric with gated access to each system, powered by 6J mains energiser with remote control function. Includes temporary Polywire break fences to sub-divide areas into cells. Water system by 25mm over land laterals supplying Kiwitech water hydrants (or similar). Installation site would be: Rothamsted Research North Wyke Okehampton Devon EX20 2SB Please also provide a timeframe for design and installation of the system and if you can meet our timeframe requirements. The system needs to be fully designed, installed and commissioned by the 31st July 2018. If you have any technical questions regarding this system please contact: Dr Sarah Morgan Post Doctoral Research Scientist - Grazing Systems Tel: +44 1837 883534 E-mail: sarah.morgan@rothamsted.ac.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dfd2943f-23a4-447b-80d5-4abe140992b9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82c9e834-4ea5-4f11-825e-7e6920d0f22f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

34928220 - Fencing components

45342000 - Erection of fencing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,940 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20187 years ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROTHAMSTED RESEARCH LIMITED
Contact Name
Mark Adams
Contact Email
mark.adams@rothamsted.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01582763133

Buyer Location

Locality
HARPENDEN
Postcode
AL5 2JQ
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
St Albans
Electoral Ward
Harpenden West
Westminster Constituency
Harpenden and Berkhamsted

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRECISION GRAZING

Further Information

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